Strategic Buyer & Inventory Planner

ASSA ABLOY Group; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO program

11 paid holidays

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Group is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer in Mequon, WI to manage procurement, planning, and inventory control for manufacturing and distribution operations. You will help maintain optimal inventory levels, meet customer demand, and support service goals at economical costs.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing or supply chain, and experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards) and SQL basics is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business or Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, material planning, supply chain management, or inventory control.
• 3–5 years of intermediate ERP experience; JD Edwards preferred.
• Working knowledge of databases with ability to read/write SQL statements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales order demand and plan inventory to meet production and distribution needs.
• Procure goods and services including equipment, parts, raw materials, tools, and supplies.
• Place and expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory stocking levels to meet availability and fill rate targets.
• Prepare and deliver reports on inventory, procurement, and demand analysis.
• Coordinate sourcing activity for new or existing models and services.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory planning

Supply chain management

JD Edwards

SQL basics

Education

Bachelor/Associate in Business/Operations

Tools

JD Edwards

Databases/SQL

Job description

ASSA ABLOY Group is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer in Mequon, WI to manage procurement, planning, and inventory control for manufacturing and distribution operations. You will help maintain optimal inventory levels, meet customer demand, and support service goals at economical costs.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing or supply chain, and experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards) and SQL basics is preferred.